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jean68130
jean68130

I was told that one leg was l centimetre shorter since my hip op. I have tried putting soles into my left shoe to compensate but no good. I've tried different heights but no luck?? Should I use the complete sole or just the heel part - need to stop limping!!

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  • Charlie2018
    Charlie2018 jean68130

    Posted

    well the numbers don't lie.  seems from these responses the rate of leg length differences is high.  uggg... for those of you that have different lengths, is it noticeable? cause limp (i am guessing it does)? 

  • melaruse
    melaruse jean68130

    Posted

    Very much so. I apparently only have a 1cm or less extra on my op leg, but it's causing pretty good grief and the old muscle guarding etc is back. My surgeon knows I'm not dealing well with it and has given me the referral for a lift at only 4 1/2 months post op. I have been doing extra physio, though, so maybe that's why he is allowing it early...

    Melanie

    • jean68130
      jean68130 melaruse

      Posted

      Hi, my operated leg is longer than the other - which I think is rather odd as I'd have thought this leg would be shorter?  I do not seem to be able to get the correct size lift so I've ordered some adjustable ones and hope I can find the correct size. All I want is to be limp free - UGH!!

      Jean

    • laura52566
      laura52566 jean68130

      Posted

      You and me both Jean. I have exactly the same problem. My operated leg is between 3 to 4cms longer, I too thought it would be the other one. I keep trying with different inserts, glueing them together as well but really struggling and ofcourse can’t wear normal shoes as my heel slips out so am wearing Crocs. I am going to buy adjustable inserts. Where did you buy yours, was it Amazon? 
    • jean68130
      jean68130 laura52566

      Posted

      Hi, I bought mine from e-bay  (Chinese company) and only cost 2.99 free postage

       Jean

    • laura52566
      laura52566 jean68130

      Posted

      Is that the transparent silicone ones? I was just looking at some from China.  Worth a try. Thanks
    • jean68130
      jean68130 laura52566

      Posted

      Hi Laura, yes transparent. The ones I ordered are 1 Pair Silicone Shoe Heel Lifts Sock Adjustable Supports Inserts Insoles Gel Pad ( 252877552459 ) price 2.63 plus 30p P & P to Spain.

      Jean

    • laura52566
      laura52566 jean68130

      Posted

      Thankyou for the info. Will definitely order some. Fingers crossed!
  • elizabeth70228
    elizabeth70228 jean68130

    Posted

    I'd suggest an appointment with a qualified orthotics doctor, who would measure you for custom made shoes or inserts.

    • jean68130
      jean68130 elizabeth70228

      Posted

      Hi, the Specialist I saw who 'guessed' my leg length said I did not need a shoe insert??? She just prescribed a corset so that's why I'm sussing out these on my own. I've reached the conclusion that Specialists are not always correct ha ha!!

      Regards

      Jean

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